Virginia Tech Basketball Lands Commitment from DeMatha’s Solomon Davis
On a brisk Thursday evening in early May, the buzz around Blacksburg intensified as Virginia Tech men’s basketball secured a major commitment from 6-foot-7 forward Solomon Davis of DeMatha Catholic High School. The announcement came via a simple yet electrifying post on Davis’s social media: “I’m coming home. #GoHokies.”
Davis, a versatile four-star prospect, is the kind of player that energizes a program overnight. Known for his tenacity on defense, smooth mid-range jumper, and innate court awareness, Davis has been on the radar of several high-major programs over the last year. Ultimately, it was Virginia Tech’s vision, led by head coach Mike Young, that won him over.
“I felt the connection right away,” Davis said during a brief interview after his commitment. “Coach Young believes in player development, not just stats. He sees who I can become in three years—not just what I am now. That stood out.”
Davis played his junior and senior years at the storied DeMatha Catholic program in Hyattsville, Maryland—a school with a reputation for producing elite basketball talent. This past season, he averaged 17.4 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game while leading the Stags to the WCAC semifinals. Scouts have praised his high motor, elite footwork in the post, and rapidly improving perimeter game. ESPN ranks him the No. 86 overall prospect in the class of 2025.
Virginia Tech’s coaching staff has long made the DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia) area a priority in recruiting, and Davis marks a significant win in that battle. With Davis on board, the Hokies now boast one of the top recruiting classes in the ACC for 2025. He joins a core group that already includes sharpshooting guard KJ Wallace from Georgia and agile center Isaiah Reid from North Carolina.
“Solomon brings intensity, toughness, and a will to win,” Coach Young said in a statement. “He’s got the kind of edge we look for—a guy who’s going to fight on every possession. He’s only scratching the surface of his potential.”
Davis, who plans to study sports management, is expected to contribute early, likely slotting into a combo forward role where he can exploit mismatches. His commitment also sends a signal to other high-profile recruits that Virginia Tech is serious about building a winning culture.
“I want to win,” Davis said. “I want to be a part of something bigger than myself. Virginia Tech feels like that place.”
With Solomon Davis committed, the Hokies not only get a high-upside player but also one of the most respected leaders in his class. As Blacksburg looks ahead to the future, it’s clear that Solomon Davis will play a central role in shaping the next chapter of Hokie hoops.
